New Craftsman Pressure Washer

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Bought this today. It's the 2500 PSI model, Briggs engine, with the alum pump. Sears had a very good sale on this with an extra 10% off, so I went for it. I plan to use the Briggs oil that came with it for 2-3 hrs then switch it over to Mobil 1 10w30.
 
I just bought a 3000 psi washer with a Honda engine from TSC with an extended warranty. I guess I was a sucker because I let the salesman sell me a gallon of concentrated soap and some reed valve lubricant.
It works great.
 
Just remember only a minute or two of running the engine with the trigger off.

Unless these have a automatic throttle down to idle?

Like other things, I started with one pressure washer and now have 4 or 5.
 
Originally Posted By: Donald
Just remember only a minute or two of running the engine with the trigger off.

Unless these have a automatic throttle down to idle?

Like other things, I started with one pressure washer and now have 4 or 5.


I really appreciate the tip. You mentioned this before and others have confirmed your advise. Thanks.
 
Also, Sears sells a full synthetic pump oil for these washers. How often should I replace the oil in hours?
 
I used the washer today and cleaned the entire house. Put two hours on the unit. It worked well and plan to change the oil soon.
 
C`mon tig fess up, you didnt do the whole house did you?
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You guys must be slow.Ha. Actually I didn't climb a ladder an do the cable peaks(3 in all) as the house was fairly clean.If I had done those, I guess another 2 hours would have been needed. Also I changed out the FF and put in Mobil 1 10w30. The FF was gunky comimg out. I will probally run the M1 for another 3-5 hours then change again.
 
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